"Horizon Europe: Culture, creativity and inclusive society" Newsletter Issues

Celebrating 40 years of EU Science and Innovation (04/11/2024)

To celebrate 40 years of framework programmes, the Commission presented 40 stories that highlight the impact of EU-funded projects in different areas, including culture, cultural heritage and inclusive society: the ENRICH in Africa project brings together innovators from Europe and Africa to drive growth and development; INCEPTION is developing 3D models of artefacts to preserve cultural heritage; TRACTION is putting opera back at the heart of living culture.

Standing up for Democracy (04/11/2024)

What research projects are standing up for our democracy? Our latest publication showcases Horizon Europe projects that are analysing and countering foreign information and manipulation, as well as enhancing equality in participatory democratic spaces. This booklet gathers the research and innovation projects selected for EU-funding from the 2023 call for proposals “Standing Up for Democracy” of Horizon Europe’s Cluster 2.

Driving a green, digital & innovative European cultural heritage (04/11/2024)

Our cultural heritage is the lifeblood of our society, preserving our collective identity and history through artefacts and practices. However, it faces unprecedented threats from climate change, the digital divide, and other pressing challenges. To address these issues, a new booklet highlights innovative EU-funded projects which adopt a green, digital, and forward-thinking approach to safeguard our cultural heritage for future generations.

Preventing radicalization and violent extremism (04/11/2024)

The EU is committed to building a stable and secure environment but rising populism and violent extremism pose significant challenges. Our latest CORDIS Results Pack provides insights into Horizon 2020 projects that are exploring factors such as the radicalization of European-born youth (CONNEKT and ISMAL-OPHOBISM), religious diversity (GREASE), exploring ‘democratic efficiency (DEMOS) and more.

Open consultation on the European Partnership on Resilient Cultural Heritage (04/11/2024)

Cultural heritage can provide responses to and help limit the effects of climate change on society. This is the aim of the proposed European Partnership on Resilient Cultural Heritage. The EU-funded project ARCHE is leading a consultation on Key Messages and Preliminary Findings of the upcoming Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda for the European Partnership on Resilient Cultural Heritage. You too can share your feedback by 15 November!

The Cultural Heritage Cloud Webinar: Shaping the future of Cultural Heritage (04/11/2024)

Missed the last Cultural Heritage Cloud webinar? Catch up on the recording of the event and explore connections between the Cultural Heritage Cloud, the European Open Science Cloud, and the common European data space for cultural heritage. The next high-level event is taking place in December!

Revitalizing the craft sector (04/11/2024)

The CRAFTOUR initiative was launched on 25 October, at the Salon International du Patrimoine in Paris. It aims to bring together six European projects — CRAEFT, Tracks4crafts, Haephestus, Colours4Crafts, Culturalily, and Mosaic — representing 77 partners from over 20 countries to relaunch the craft sector by enhancing awareness and understanding of European arts and crafts, as well as intangible heritage.

All hands on deck: Join the SIGN-HUB Platform launch! (15/11/2024)

The SIGN-HUB platform aims to become an innovative and inclusive resource hub for the linguistic, historical, and cultural documentation of European sign languages and their communities' heritage. You can now register to attend the platform launch event, which will be live streamed from the Pompeu Fabra University in Spain.

CERIS workshop on innovation against trafficking of cultural goods (05/12/2024)

Join the Community for European Research and Innovation for Security (CERIS) workshop on 5 December 2024 to discover and discuss more about European research and its innovative solutions to counter trafficking and illicit trade in cultural goods. Save the date!

Call Opening ‘A European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage’ (28/06/2024)

€48 million are available under Horizon Europe to support digital infrastructure that will connect cultural heritage institutions and professionals across the EU. The European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage call will develop specific digital collaborative tools for the sector while removing barriers for smaller and remote institutions. Discover the call timeline and topics and apply by 22 January 2025!

Science for Democracy (28/06/2024)

The ‘Science for Democracy’ campaign aims to explore the diverse ways in which EU-funded research fosters citizen participation. Several Horizon Europe-Cluster 2 projects support the campaign, addressing various forms of citizen engagement, such as tackling inequalities and exploring the role of digital media.

Interview with RECLAIM Coordinator (28/06/2024)

Post-truth politics centres around the "changing status of truth in political discourse". The RECLAIM project is researching the phenomenon and its impacts on our society. To better understand how post-truth politics is challenging our democracy, we spoke to the project coordinator, Dr. Maximilian Conrad - a professor in European Integration at the University of Iceland’s Faculty of Political Science. Read the full interview to learn about new challenges to political dialogue and how to tackle fake news online!

Music and science sing from the same sheet (28/06/2024)

Horizon Europe is funding groundbreaking projects that are transforming the music industry. From studying medieval music to creating a global music database. Get your dancing shoes on and explore how the world of research and music collide.

Get to know the TransEuroWorks Project (28/06/2024)

TransEuroWorkS studies the future of work and social protection in Europe. Check out the project’s new working papers which offer valuable insight on the combined effects of gender, automation and the digital labour market, as well as on the migrants’ positive impact on European economies.

Rewatch the Skills Horizon Webinar! (28/06/2024)

On May 8, the Skills Horizon Webinar brought together over ten Horizon skills-related projects as a follow-up to the European Year of Skills. If you missed the event, don't worry. The recording is now available!

The 2024 Horizon Europe – Cluster 2: “Culture, creativity and inclusive society” calls are now closed. Discover the results! (20/02/2024)

A total of 737 submissions were received for the Democracy and Governance, European Cultural Heritage & Cultural and Creative Industries, and Social and Economic Transformations calls for proposals. Stay tuned for the announcement of the selected projects in June and learn more about the timeline, covered topics, and available budget!

Public consultation on the Digital Services Act guidelines. Your view matters! (20/02/2024)

Your feedback is needed on the draft Digital Services Act guidelines for electoral process integrity. This is the first time such guidelines are being created for Very Large Online Platforms and Search Engines. Share your views by 7 March!

Research and innovation countering disinformation, foreign manipulation, and interference (20/02/2024)

The EU provides resources to support projects that combat foreign information manipulation, including disinformation and hybrid threats. Learn more from the latest information sheet on Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe initiatives addressing these issues.

How can citizens benefit from a stronger EU in global governance? (20/02/2024)

Learn how the GLOBE project, a Horizon 2020 success story, is developing strategies and recommendations to guide the EU's future trajectory by addressing priorities such as security and climate change, outlined in the EU Global Strategy.

A safer space for children online (20/02/2024)

As offenders increasingly use the Internet to connect with minors and share child sexual abuse material, Horizon Europe projects working in the area of fighting crime and terrorism are developing innovative tools and ideas to better combat and prevent this horrific crime.

Putting gender equality at the centre of EU research (20/02/2024)

If integrating gender into your research may seem like a challenge, we’ve got you covered! Find out how to meet gender requirements when writing your grant proposal and discover your obligations under Horizon Europe – from Gender Equality Plans to the gender dimension in research.

Research and Innovation Days 2024 (20/03/2024)

This year’s event will bring together policymakers, researchers and science lovers to debate and shape the future of innovation in Europe, while also celebrating 40 years of the EU’s Research and Innovation Framework Programmes with a journey through successful projects and their societal impact.

High-Level Policy Roundtable on the Future of Migrants Integration (22/02/2024)

The easyRights project introduces a new methodology set to become a standard for supporting the integration of non-EU immigrants, asylum seekers, and refugees. The event will bring together representatives of member states and European institutions and will be streamed online.

Music moves Europe! (22/02/2024)

The conference will be opened by Commissioner Iliana Ivanova and will feature speakers representing EU-funded projects such as OpenMuse, Fair MusE and Music360. Discover the programme and join the discussion!

New European Bauhaus Festival (09/04/2024)

The 2nd edition of the New European Bauhaus Festival will take place in April 2024. It is an occasion to meet innovators, creators, scientists, people and collectives from all walks of life, contributing to building a sustainable and inclusive future. Registrations are now open!

Results for the European Cultural Heritage call for project proposals out now! (11/01/2024)

Results for the 2023 European Cultural Heritage and the European Collaborative Cloud joint call for proposals, closed in September 2023, are now available. 44 proposals were submitted, for an available budget of €35 million. REA will sign grant agreements with successful applicants in spring 2024.

Deadline approaching for ongoing calls (11/01/2024)

Over €180 million of EU funding is available under Horizon Europe - Cluster 2: “Culture, creativity and inclusive society”. The ‘Democracy and Governance’ and ‘Social and Economic Transformations’ calls for proposals are still open to submissions. Watch the Info Day recordings and find out more about the programme and how to apply. Deadline is 7 February.

Facing the future: research and Artificial Intelligence (11/01/2024)

AI has been part of our lives for more than 50 years, helping citizens, scientists, businesses, and public administrations. Projects such as SOLARIS, HECAT and eDiploma are harnessing the positive power of AI in our society; making a change in fields such as democracy, employment, and education.

EU Award for Gender Equality Champions (11/01/2024)

Aiming to recognise and celebrate the outstanding results achieved through the implementation of Gender Equality Plans, the award is open to universities, higher education institutions, and other research performing organisations, established in an EU country or a country associated to Horizon Europe. There are 3 prize categories, each worth €100,000. You too can apply, by 25 January 2024.

Mapping out the EU’s future role on the global stage (11/01/2024)

The climate crisis, evolving trade dynamics, the volatility of financial markets and pressing security concerns added increasing layers of complexity and challenge in global governance. The EU-funded GLOBE project has identified major trends the EU should consider for its future strategies in this arena.

Poverty trap: some jobs are no protection against destitution (11/01/2024)

Working people in Europe are at risk of economic hardship, prompting EU researchers to seek policy answers. The EUROSHIP project focuses on young adults moving from education to employment, workers on insecure contracts and with families to care for, and elderly, disabled people with health troubles. Discover more in a recent Horizon Magazine article.

The new Arts and Mental Health Policy Brief (11/01/2024)

Did you know that the arts can be a powerful healing tool? In a new policy brief, six EU-funded projects looked at the role arts and culture play in people’s well-being, mental health, and inclusion. The Brief outlines challenges and ways to foster dialogue between researchers and policymakers, as well as puts forth policy recommendations.

EU-funded projects strengthening democracy (11/01/2024)

In 2024, citizens will vote in the European Parliament elections. As Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in her State of the Union address in September: ‘this is a time to decide on what kind of future and what kind of Europe we want’. Meet EU-funded initiatives ready to nurture, protect and strengthen democracy in Europe and beyond.

New webinar ‘A Cloud for all - Accessing EU Cohesion Funds’ (08/02/2024)

Learn how cultural heritage institutions can use EU Cohesion Funds to fast-track broadband, upgrade IT equipment, and boost IT skills training by watching the new webinar ‘A Cloud for all - Accessing EU Cohesion Funds’. Commission staff offers practical insights on accessing EU Cohesion Funds for Cultural Heritage Institutions and explains how you can get ready to apply for the next 2024 call for funding.

The European Research and Innovation Days 2024 (20/03/2024)

Every year, the European Commission hosts a major event that brings together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and the public to debate and shape the future of research and innovation in Europe and beyond. It is a chance to celebrate the outcomes and achievements in research and innovation over the last 40 years.

New European Bauhaus Festival (17/04/2024)

The second edition of the New European Bauhaus Festival will take place in April 2024. It aims to bring together innovators, creators, scientists, people, and collectives from all walks of life, contributing to building a future that is sustainable, inclusive, and beautiful. The programme will span four days with various activities planned, including satellite events.

Over 180 million available in upcoming calls for proposals for EU funding (15/09/2023)

Apply for EU funding under Horizon Europe – Cluster 2 Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society. Calls for proposals open on 4 October. Topics to be funded include job creation, AI, loneliness, rule of law, political identities, and extremist movements. Contribute to building a more inclusive Europe with your research!

Register to attend the Horizon Europe Info Days (15/09/2023)

If you’re interested in the upcoming calls for Horizon Europe – Cluster 2, then register and attend the upcoming Info Days on 18 October. You’ll have the chance to learn about the topics, how to apply, and meet partners. Watch the videos and ask your questions via Slido before the event!

Dos and Don’ts when applying for Horizon Europe funding (15/09/2023)

Applying for Horizon Europe funding can be overwhelming. That is why we have compiled a list of dos and don’ts to follow when drafting and submitting your proposal: DO read the work programmes carefully but DON’T rush, take your time! Read our comprehensive list to help boost your chances of acquiring Horizon Europe funding and transforming your research!

Tips for project communication (15/09/2023)

Don’t know where to start when it comes to communicating about your EU-funded project? Then check out our updated guidance which includes: two clips with tips on why and how to communicate about your work, an interview with two EU-funded projects on how to make the most out of social media, and a leaflet which highlights the differences between communication, dissemination and exploitation.

A new push for democracy (15/09/2023)

EU-funded research projects contribute to one of the six political priorities of the von der Leyen Commission: nurturing and protecting democracy. Discover how in our article for International Day of Democracy.

Info Days (18/10/2023)

The Horizon Europe – Cluster 2 Info Day is on 18 October. It’s a unique opportunity to find out more about the upcoming calls for proposals for EU funding.

Brokerage Event (19/10/2023)

The dedicated Brokerage Event is on 19 October. Use this opportunity to network, meet partners and build consortia.

European Week of Regions and Cities (09/10/2023)

Regions’ week is an annual conference dedicated to cohesion policy held in Brussels, with the aim of addressing challenges for European cities and regions. This year, EU-funded projects managed by the European Research Executive Agency will join the event’s four-day agenda, bringing together researchers and specialists from various areas of expertise.

398 projects submitted under Horizon Europe Cluster 2 call for proposals (23/03/2023)

The European Research Executive Agency received 398 proposals totaling over €1.2 billion in requested budget. The results are from a 2023 call that focused on democracy, countering misinformation, the sustainable transition, and skills, amongst other topics. The proposals will now be evaluated by independent experts in the field. Read the breakdown per destination in the link below.

New call for proposals for EU funding (23/03/2023)

€35 million is available to help build the European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage. The call for proposals falls under Horizon Europe Cluster 2 – Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society. Apply for EU funding for your research and help preserve Europe’s rich cultural heritage through digital infrastructures. Deadline is 21 September!

Webpage launched for the Collaborative Cloud (23/03/2023)

Got questions on the European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage? Check out the new dedicated website for all things related to the Collaborative Cloud! It explains what the Cloud is, how to join the Cloud Community, and best practices from Horizon projects already working in this area.

Re-watch the launch of the European Collaborative Cloud (23/03/2023)

Missed the launch of the European Collaborative Cloud? No worries! Watch the replay of the Cloud for All event, held on 15 March, in the link below. Find out what European Commissioner Mariya Gabriel had to say on the importance of the Collaborative Cloud for the future of cultural heritage.

Gender in EU research (23/03/2023)

The European Research Executive Agency is committed to achieving gender equality and eradicating imbalances in research. That is why gender is at the heart of Horizon Europe; research proposals should take the gender dimension into consideration, strive for gender balance, and have Gender Equality Plans in place. Gender is also a topic funded through Cluster 2, through nascent projects FIERCE, CCINDLE, and GeneSys as well as new funding opportunities on the topic coming in 2024.

Dos and Don’ts when applying for Horizon Europe funding (23/03/2023)

Applying for Horizon Europe funding can be overwhelming. That is why we have compiled a list of dos and don’ts to follow when drafting and submitting your proposal: DO read the work programmes carefully but DON’T rush, take your time! Read our comprehensive list to help boost your chances of acquiring Horizon Europe funding and transform your research.

Info Day and Brokerage Event: European Collaborative Cloud for Cultural Heritage (28/03/2023)

The Info Days will be held on 28 March, providing an overview of the topic, the Work Programme 2023 – 2024, and how to submit a proposal to help build the Collaborative Cloud. A networking brokerage event, organised with Net4Society, will be held in the afternoon, offering the chance to meet other potential applicants and to build consortia.

EU Knowledge Valorisation Week 2023 (25/04/2023)

The EU Guiding Principles for Knowledge Valorisation is the new pan-European initiative to turn research and innovation results into solutions more effectively. Register to hear examples of putting these guidelines into practice and how the brand-new European Codes of Practice on intellectual assets management and on standardisation can help your work!

€268 million available for funding (08/02/2023)

New calls for proposals for EU funding have already opened under Horizon Europe Cluster 2 - Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society. Research topics include fostering democracy, the impacts of the climate crisis on society, countering misinformation, protecting cultural heritage, migration, skills, and plenty more! Apply by 14 March.

Looking to submit a proposal? (08/02/2023)

The Horizon Europe Info Days dedicated to Cluster 2 were on 17 January. Watch the recording of the sessions in the link below for more information on the research topics in the open calls and find out how to correctly submit a proposal.

Largest public consultation on EU research policy launched (08/02/2023)

A public consultation has been launched on the past, present and future of the EU’s research programmes. Stakeholders can provide input on the performance of Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe, as well as identify priorities for the Horizon Europe Strategic Plan 2025-2027. The survey is available in English, French, and German; answers can be provided in any EU language. Fill it out below!

A successful EU-funded project proposal has an excellent communication strategy (08/02/2023)

Enhance your communication strategy free-of-charge by checking out best practices, tricks and tips and dos and don’ts around communication of project results in this factsheet. Communicating about your project is a legal obligation but it will also help you to create clearer results, trigger new collaborations, and raise citizen’s awareness about your EU-funded project.

Free-of-charge dissemination and exploitation services (08/02/2023)

The European Commission offers various free-of-charge services to support your dissemination and exploitation activities. For example, the Open Research Europe platform is an open access, publishing platform for scientific papers for Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe beneficiaries.

Andy Warhol’s bathtub and how space-related research can improve life on Earth (06/12/2022)

Several Horizon Europe projects under Cluster 2 have begun their research in earnest. One of these is MOXY, which aims to develop a way to clean tangible cultural heritage (artwork, for example) from damage caused by pollution and vandalism with atomic oxygen (found in space). Research so far, led by NASA-scientists, has promising results: atomic oxygen helped restore Andy Warhol’s bathtub. It also avoids direct contact and is greener and safer than other methods.

Largest public consultation on EU research policy launched (06/12/2022)

A public consultation has been launched on the past, present and future of the EU’s research programmes. Stakeholders can provide input on the performance of Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe, and identify priorities for the Horizon Europe Strategic Plan 2025-2027. The survey is available in English, French, and German; answers can be provided in any EU language. Fill it out below!

Horizon Europe projects to research how to steady global supply chains in a changing world (06/12/2022)

TWIN SEEDS, ReSChape, and RETHINK-GSC are also nascent Horizon Europe projects. The projects will research global supply chains—which have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and other political trends—in order to improve sustainability, workers’ rights, and re-focus supply chains in a changing world. The projects' outputs will potentially feed into EU trade, environmental, and social policies. Find out more on RETHINK-GSC below.

51 Horizon Europe projects to begin their research in total - discover the other topics they will contribute to (06/12/2022)

The projects mentioned above will be funded through calls for applications for funding that opened this year under Horizon Europe Cluster 2. A total of 51 projects will research these topics as well as plenty more, including nurturing democracy. Read an overview of the EU-funded projects from the 2022 calls below.

New Horizon Europe calls for applications for funding coming soon (06/12/2022)

2023 is around the corner and so soon, opportunities for EU research funding for both 2023 and 2024 under Cluster 2 will be published. Keep an eye out on the European Research Executive Agency’s website in the link below for the latest updates on the new topics that will be funded and their timelines for applying. We’re on LinkedIn and Twitter too!

Pollution, traffic and transport: virtual cities are helping solve urban problems (06/12/2022)

Cities produce an abundance of data, and the DUET project made the most of them. By using ‘Digital Twins’ (virtual replications of urban areas) of cities in Flanders, as well as Pilsen and Athens, the project successfully proved how to solve urban issues; from reducing pollution to improving transport. The Horizon 2020 project was recently identified as an RTD Success Story.

Social innovation is a force for good! (06/12/2022)

Social innovation can foster new forms of collaboration and provide solutions to a plethora of our unmet problems. It is an encompassing term; social innovation can be a product, service, or model. Read about ten inspiring projects below, recently featuring in a CORDIS Results Pack, that contribute to society in various ways – from preventing rural depopulation to integrating marginalised communities through digitalisation.

Find out all there is to know about the 2023 calls for applications for funding on January 17 (17/01/2023)

Save the date for the next Horizon Europe – Cluster 2: Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society Info Days happening on January 17. Register for the chance to have your questions answered on funding, topics, application processes and the opportunity to discuss cross-cutting issues.

Horizon Europe Brokerage Event: January 18 (18/01/2023)

The next online Brokerage Event for Cluster 2 will take place on January 18. The event will be dedicated to consortium-building and will include online bilateral meetings with partners interested in similar topics for the 2023 calls.

745 proposals received for three Horizon Europe calls (03/05/2022)

The European Research Executive Agency received 745 proposals for three calls under the Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society cluster. The requested budget totals €2.1 billion, with topics including combatting extremism, safeguarding European languages, and the conditions of migrants in Europe to be researched.

Supporting Ukrainian refugees (03/05/2022)

Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the EU received, and continues to receive, thousands of refugees. The EU is funding vital research and innovation projects that is both assisting in welcoming Ukrainians into the EU as well as providing support to help them build a life for themselves.

The fight against misinformation (03/05/2022)

Misinformation is a plague; it erodes trust in science and fuels extremism. The EU is leading the fight against disinformation through its #EUvsDiSiNFO campaign. The EU also funds research projects that help tackle the spread of fake news: from online tools to building back trust in science.

Preserving, protecting, and promoting (03/05/2022)

Our world is built on a rich tapestry of interwoven—yet distinct—cultural heritages. The EU is funding projects to ensure Europe’s, and the world’s, shared cultural heritage is preserved. Read about the research that aims to improve the 3D modelling of sites and monuments, halt the illicit trafficking of antiquities, and promote Europe’s common silk heritage.

Work in the cultural arena? Become an expert evaluator of EU projects! (03/05/2022)

Help the EU select research and innovation projects in the cultural field. We’re searching for people with expertise in virtual reality, 3D reconstruction, digital humanities, cultural asset digitalisation as well as people who work in museums, public administration, or civil society organisations in the cultural domain. Apply today.

Conference on the Future of Europe (09/05/2022)

On the 29th and 30th of April, the final plenary of the Conference on the Future of Europe was held. Citizens’ proposals will be presented to the presidents of the conference on Europe Day, the 9th of May. The Conference has been a year-long process of deliberative democracy, bringing together citizens and politicians to debate the EU’s future. Stay tuned!

New European Bauhaus: beautiful, sustainable, together (09/06/2022)

The Festival of the New European Bauhaus will be held from the 9th to the 12th of June. The festival is open to anyone who seeks to discuss the ideas behind the New European Bauhaus initiative. Get involved in imagining a brighter, more sustainable, and beautiful future.

The EU Week of Regions and Cities has started! (11/10/2021)

Register for the European Week of Regions and Cities (#EURegionsWeek), the largest event dedicated to cohesion policy in Europe. The European Research Executive Agency invites you to the sessions on citizen engagement, where projects that we manage are participating.

Horizon Europe Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society: 378 project proposals submitted (11/10/2021)

The European Research Executive Agency received a total of 378 project proposals under the Horizon Europe Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society programme by the call deadline, on 7 October 2021.

An outlook on the future of work (11/10/2021)

The COVID-19 pandemic, combined with the digital and green transitions, have deeply affected the way we work. Find out about 11 EU-funded projects - managed by the European Research Executive Agency - that address the workplace of the future in this new Cordis Results Pack.

EU-LAC Museums project wins Europa Nostra Ilucidare special prize (11/10/2021)

The EU-LAC Museums project won the Europa Nostra Ilucidare special prize on 23 September. The project, funded by Horizon 2020 and managed by the European Research Executive Agency, brings together an international team of 35 museum professionals, researchers and policy makers across the European Union (EU) and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).

Follow us on LinkedIn! (11/10/2021)

The European Research Executive Agency is now on LinkedIn. Follow us for updates on Horizon Europe funding opportunities, events and project results, as well as opportunities to work as an expert evaluator.